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Residents and board members urge voters to approve Newberg SD 29J levy to avoid staff cuts
Summary
At the May 12 Newberg School District 29J board meeting, public speakers and multiple board members urged passage of a local operating levy (referred to in remarks as Measure 36,239) to avoid furlough days, deep staff cuts and larger class sizes; the superintendent outlined the estimated tax impact and potential cuts if voters reject the levy.
The Newberg School District 29J board heard a steady stream of public comments on May 12 as residents urged voters to approve a local operating levy referred to in remarks as “measure 36,239.” Speakers and board members said the levy would stabilize classroom staffing and services and help the district avoid furlough days and position cuts.
“By voting for the school levy, I can have a say in how my tax money is spent,” said Nancy Woodward, a Newberg resident, who identified three reasons she supports the measure: preventing furlough days, stabilizing programs across grades, and ensuring local tax dollars stay in the district. Several…
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